🇴🇲 Is Oman safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Oman: 23 diplomatic missions from 23 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Oman
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Keep travel documents current and review departure plans regularly given possible flight cancellations and airspace closures
- Sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts and monitor local and international media for airport updates
- Be prepared for short-notice airspace closures and travel disruptions across the region
- Spanish MAEC advises postponing travel to Oman unless strictly necessary due to regional conflict
- Passport required with minimum 6 months validity from entry date; DNI not accepted
- Verify immigration stamps your passport at airport or border crossing upon arrival
- Register with the Spanish Embassy in Oman consular registry if you are a non-resident visitor
Risk areas and situations
- Oman has been among locations hit by strikes and retaliatory attacks since 8 July
- Areas near security or military facilities should be avoided
- Targets linked to US and Israel — organisations, businesses, facilities, institutions — face elevated risk
- The broader Middle East region is affected by a regional-scale armed conflict
- Avoid gatherings, demonstrations and protests at all times while in Oman
Health
- If shelter is ordered, move indoors to an interior stairwell or room with fewest external walls and windows
- Do not approach or touch drone or missile fragments or any unusual objects — falling debris is the main danger
- Carry sufficient medication if you follow any ongoing medical treatment
- Keep a mobile phone available to contact family, travel agency and the Spanish Embassy
Emergency numbers in Oman
Embassies and consulates in Oman
23 diplomatic missions from 23 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | Muscat |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Muscat |
…and 11 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Oman is Arabic. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Arabic, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Oman safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Oman is 1.82/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Oman?
The general emergency number in Oman is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Oman?
Telcomia tracks 23 diplomatic missions from 23 countries in Oman, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.